- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Conran Octopus Ltd; Revised edition edition (15 Jun 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1840914920
- ISBN-13: 978-1840914924
- Product Dimensions: 28 x 21.6 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 386,309 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The Japanese have an innate sense of style in the arts, architecture, interior design and especially in their attitude to flowers and plants within the home. Until now, in the West we haven't explored ikebana, the ancient art of arranging plant material, in any great depth. With the trend towards pared-down, simple rooms, now is the time to discover how its sculptural style can complement contemporary interiors. "Ikebana" is much more than simply flower arranging. Over the centuries, Japanese masters have developed precise rules that take into consideration the natural shapes and lines of plants, the space around them and the best way of displaying them. In Japan, ikebana is practised by millions of people as a relaxing art form and is even part of the school curriculum. Diane Norman is a master of the Ohara School, which is known for its modern interpretation of traditional styles. Michelle Cornell has an art history background, and together they have written a book that brings ikebana into the twenty-first century, explaining how its sculptural qualities and calm creative techniques are perfectly suited to today's interiors, as well as being an ideal antidote to the stresses of modern living. After a brief history of ikebana, the book guides you through the basic techniques needed to create your own arrangements. Then a selection of arrangements illustrates the importance of the changing seasons in choosing plant material, while fantastic free-style designs show how ikebana can echo specific details of an interior.
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Diane Norman is a Master in the Ohara School of Ikebana and is a member of Ikebana International, the European Ohara Teachers Association and the England Chapter of the Ohara School. Diane runs a school of ikebana with day classes, workshops and residential courses. She also demonstrates and lectures on ikebana all over Britain. Further information may be obtained from www.ikebana.uk.com. Michelle Cornell organises workshops in London for people wishing to learn ikebana. Her background in art history and design, and her interest in healing art forms have led her to promote ikebana on a spiritual level as well as an aesthetic one.
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
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Can do approach,
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This review is from: Ikebana: A Fresh Look at Japanese Flower Arranging (Hardcover)
The approach of this book is simple. Here is an arrangement. Here is how to do it. Simple instructions, easily followed make it a very accessible book. Excellent photographs show the arrangements in place, bringing an ancient art right up to date. What more do you need?
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5.0 out of 5 stars (7 customer reviews) 20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
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Follow the instructions, 1, 2, 3,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Ikebana (Hardcover)
This book provides clear and concise instructions on how to produce arrangements. Along with the beautiful pictures, pen sketches show how each flower should be positioned. Arrangements in diverse locations show just how modern ikebana can be. A wonderful read, whether as a guide to ikebana or as a coffee table book.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
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Beautiful Photos,
By Writing Chemistry - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Ikebana (Hardcover)
I bought this book for the pleasure of viewing, rather than of flower-arranging. The book does a very concise explaining of What is ikebana? and of The Techniques. The picture instructions are simple and easy to follow. What I love most about the book is the careful and thoughtful planning and presentation of ikebana through the seasons. I've compared this book to other books at the bookstore, and this by far the only one that lived up to the philosophy and practice of Japanese aesthetics. From what I've read on Zen and its philosophy, there is a concept of "ma" and "wa" - one of which is about enough "blank space" around the art form, that helps the eye to appreciate the quality and beauty of lines / texture / forms / space. This book complies to that philosophy. I am pleased with the quality of paper, and the general layout of the photos, and there is enough text to support each selected flower-arrangement which is helpful to someone who does not know much about the specific aesthetic discipline that is ikebana. Thanks. (On a minor note, the book I bought was printed in 2003, and the cover is different from what is shown on Amazon.com) 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Beginner Book,
By Peter Pan "stardust" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Ikebana (Hardcover)
I bought this book for my mother who knows very little about the art of Japanese flower arranging. The book has lots of photos and a small technical section at the beginning to lay the groundwork. However, it is not too complicated for the average person. There are chapters for each of the four seasons with many large photo examples. The basis of the book is more about aesthetics rather than technique. It explains mostly about the mood you are hoping to achieve. In other words, it is more about the art than the science. It is a good guide for someone interested in creating simple, pleasing Japanese-style flower arrangements for their dinner parties.
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